What is Green Residence?

Green Residence is one of the UAE’s long-term residence categories. It is granted for a period of five years, with the option of renewal, and enables holders to live and work in the UAE without the need for a sponsor.

Green Residence is one of the UAE’s strategic initiatives to enhance the country’s living and working environment and attract global talent, investors, and self-employed professionals. It provides a flexible long-term residence model that offers individuals greater stability and flexibility while living in the UAE.

UAE Green Residency

Strategic Objectives of the Green Residency

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Enhance the UAE’s competitiveness and strengthen its appeal as a global destination for talent and investment.

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Enable skilled professionals and self-employed individuals to work and settle with greater flexibility.

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Support a knowledge-based, innovation-driven economy.

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Facilitate a business-friendly environment by providing long-term residence options for professionals and investors.

Key Benefits

  • A five-year residence that is renewable.
  • No sponsor is required within the UAE.
  • The ability to sponsor family members, including the spouse and children, in accordance with the approved requirements.
  • Greater flexibility upon the expiry of the residence through the provision of specified grace periods.
  • Support highly skilled professionals, creatives, investors, and self-employed individuals.

Target Categories

Skilled Workers

Key Requirements

Key Requirements

  • The applicant must have a valid employment contract within the UAE.
  • A professional classification from levels 1 to 3, in accordance with the approved occupational classification of the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
  • Hold a qualification of no less than a bachelor's degree.
  • Meet a minimum monthly salary requirement of AED 15,000 or its equivalent in foreign currencies.

Freelancers and Self-employed Individuals

Key Requirements

Key Requirements

  • Hold a freelance work permit or a self-employment permit issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
  • Hold a qualification of no less than a bachelor's degree, specialised diploma, or equivalent.
  • Provide proof of stable annual income or financial solvency throughout the period of residence in the UAE.
  • The annual income from freelance work during the previous two years must not be less than AED 360,000 or its equivalent in foreign currencies.

Investors and Business Partners

Key Requirements

Key Requirements

  • Provide proof of investment or contribution to a business venture within the UAE.
  • Obtain the necessary licences and approvals from the relevant authorities.

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